When life hits you with a storm, you either fold or stand tall. Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champ, is definitely in the “stand tall” category. But, lately, it’s not all about football for him. He’s got other things on his mind too. And they’re way more personal!

Brady recently shared a heart-melting moment on his Instagram story with his daughter, Vivian Lake. He asked her, “How are you feeling, angel?” She replied, “Good, thank you.” But that’s not where it ended. He then asked, “Do you know how much your daddy loves you?” and she hit back with the cutest reply: “Yess, infinity x infinity.” Brady’s response? “Exactly,” with all the heart emojis you’d expect from a proud dad. This little exchange shows how much Brady is dialed into his role as a father, even when things are chaotic elsewhere.

Now, this isn’t just about some cute dad-daughter chat. It highlights where Brady’s heart is at, especially now. Sure, he’s been through the NFL grind, but family clearly comes first. Even when his name pops up in headlines for all sorts of reasons, his focus on his kids never wavers.

You can tell that, despite the noise around his career, being a dad is his top priority. And let’s be real! Watching one of the greatest athletes show this level of care is a whole different kind of winning. But it’s not all sunshine. Brady’s stepping into some murky waters career-wise.

Brady’s NFL controversy and broadcasting career

As a minority owner of the Raiders and a broadcaster for FOX Sports, the GOAT’s now facing some strict rules, and they’re kind of big deal. According to Sports Illustrated, Brady’s got a laundry list of things he can’t do: no attending practices, no production meetings, and, most importantly, he can’t even criticize NFL refs or teams. For a guy known for his honest takes, this is a major handicap.

Former NFL star Ryan Clark chimed in on the situation during “The Pivot.” He pointed out the problem with these restrictions, saying, “Tom Brady can’t go to that production meeting or get close to that quarterback and really talk to him about what’s going on in his head.” Clark believes Brady’s greatness might still shine through, but he also questioned how real Brady could be with all these handcuffs: “How do I know if what Tom Brady is saying about the officials is real when there is a limitation and a restriction on what he can say about the officials?” Clark’s right! This definitely makes things tricky for Brady, and it might mess with how people see him as an analyst.

These restrictions, tied to his role as a Raiders owner, put Brady in a tough spot. How’s he supposed to give true insights without full access to players or coaches? Fans want the real deal, and if Brady’s limited in what he can say, it could hurt his credibility. Despite all this, he’s still pushing forward in the booth, even with the odds stacked against him.